Data Operator at International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Job Description 

Overall Responsibility:

The incumbent carries out data processing of information on people entitled to protection under International Humanitarian Law using specialized case-management software.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Performs various data processing on computer mainly independently;
• Performs internal and external follow-up of individual cases;
• Carries out translations; Ensures follow-up and updates of PROT6 files;
• Independently consults database, inputs new data and updates existing data upon receipt of new information;
• Updates tracing related cases in database and carries out required follow-up;
• Carries out basic office tasks;
• Assists the Data Administrator in compiling of the monthly and yearly statistics;
• Contributes in handling technical questions and correspondence with the field;
• Independently prepares data for transmission (UAMs /Tracing cases, Red Cross Messages) to other ICRC Offices, to the National Societies and maintains this communication in the follow-up of tracing cases.

Requirements

• Diploma or Certificate in Business Administration/Secretarial/Computers;
• 2 years of experience in a similar field;
• Excellent English communication skills, verbal and written, with basic knowledge of French;
• Proficiency in Computer skills;
• Sense of organization and confidentiality;
• Good Analytical and organizational skills;
• Ability to work independently.